Can you put bacon in a bagel?

Absolutely! Bacon complements everything bagels perfectly, and the combination creates one of America's most beloved breakfast sandwiches. The key lies in proper preparation techniques that balance the bacon's richness with the everything bagel's complex flavors while maintaining ideal textures throughout.

What is traditionally on an everything bagel?

Traditional everything bagels feature a blend of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried minced garlic, dried minced onion, and flaky sea salt. This combination, which emerged from New York's competitive bagel scene in the early 1980s, creates the complex flavor profile that makes everything bagels so irresistible and pairs beautifully with bacon and eggs.

Did McDonald's get rid of bacon egg and cheese bagel?

McDonald's temporarily discontinued bagel sandwiches in 2020 due to pandemic-related menu simplification, but brought them back nationwide for the first time in February 2025. The passionate customer advocacy during their absence, including Facebook groups with over 25,000 members, demonstrated the enduring popularity of bacon, egg, and cheese bagel combinations.

What is everything bagel seasoning made of?

Everything bagel seasoning contains sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried minced garlic, dried minced onion, and flaky sea salt in a traditional 2:2:1:1 ratio. Professional chefs recommend using minced dried garlic and onion rather than powder to maintain proper texture and prevent settling during storage.

Everything Bagel Bacon Recipe: 5 Professional Secrets for Perfect Results

Name: Perfect Everything Bagel Bacon Sandwich
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 sandwiches
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 fresh everything bagels, sliced; 6 strips regular-cut bacon; 4 large eggs; 4 slices American cheese; 2 tablespoons butter; Salt and pepper to taste; Optional: cream cheese or mayo for spreading

Description

This classic New York-inspired breakfast sandwich layers crispy oven-baked bacon, bodega-style eggs, and melty cheese inside perfectly toasted everything bagels for a savory, satisfying meal that’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

2 fresh everything bagels, sliced

6 strips regular-cut bacon

4 large eggs

4 slices American cheese

2 tablespoons butter

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: cream cheese or mayo for spreading

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange bacon strips without overlapping. Start in cold oven and bake 15–20 minutes until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

2. Slice bagels in half. Heat a skillet over medium heat, melt butter, and toast bagel halves cut-side down until golden, about 2–3 minutes. Remove and set aside.

3. Crack eggs into the skillet. Immediately puncture yolks and spread over whites for bodega-style texture. Cook until whites are 80% set. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Place cheese slices over eggs. Cover pan for 30–60 seconds to melt. Fold eggs into rectangular shapes to fit bagels.

5. Assemble sandwiches by placing bacon strips over bottom bagel halves, followed by folded cheesy eggs. Top with remaining bagel halves. Serve hot.

Notes

Start bacon in a cold oven for better rendering and less splatter.

For added moisture and flavor, spread cream cheese or mayo on toasted bagels.

Store components separately if prepping in advance: bacon (4–7 days), eggs (3–5 days), bagels (2–3 days room temp or freeze).

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Oven, Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 590
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 1200mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 215mg